Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 45,000 - Annum
- Location: BD16 Bingley Bradford
- Date: 1 month ago
Description:
Transport & Logistics Operations Manager
£40,000 – £45,000 | Single Site | Monday–Friday
The Role
Take ownership of a growing transport and warehouse operation where you can make a visible impact. The business is in a period of growth, offering strong stability and excellent opportunities for progression as the operation continues to develop.
This is a hands-on leadership role with full responsibility for transport, warehouse, and site compliance. You’ll play a key part in shaping processes, improving performance, and supporting the next phase of growth.
Key Responsibilities
Transport & Fleet
* Manage a fleet of HGVs, vans, and flatbed vehicles, including overseeing vehicle maintenance, inspections, and records
* Ensure compliance with O Licence and CPC requirements
* Coordinate delivery schedules and customer bookings
* Manage external carriers and logistics partners
Warehouse & Operations
* Lead supervisors and warehouse operatives
* Oversee goods-in, storage, picking, and dispatch
* Coordinate on-site and off-site warehouse activity
Compliance & H&S
* Own Transport, Health & Safety, and Facilities compliance
* Manage RAMS, audits, and compliance documentation
* Ensure safe use of racking, equipment, and site facilities
* Monitor incidents, inspections, and corrective actions
* Support development of the Integrated Management System and ISO 45001
Quality & Improvement
* Maintain ISO 9001 standards
* Ensure compliance with accreditations (e.g. FORS)
* Drive continuous improvement across operations
* Review supplier performance and control costs
Facilities
* Oversee site facilities, maintenance, and infrastructure
Requirements
Essential
* Experience in transport, logistics, or warehouse management
* Strong understanding of O Licence and transport compliance
* Knowledge of Health & Safety in operations
Desirable
* CPC (Road Haulage)
* Experience with ISO standards (9001 / 14001 / 45001)
* Lean or continuous improvement experience
Personal Attributes
* Hands-on and proactive approach
* Strong attention to detail and positive work ethic
* Ability to take ownership and drive improvements
Salary & Benefits
* £40,000 – £45,000
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays - Also Christmas shutdown
* Pension scheme (3% / 5% salary sacrifice)